Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has confirmed that the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco will likely be his final appearance at the continental tournament, speaking with candour about his international future following his country’s quarter‑final defeat to Nigeria. At 34 years old, the former Manchester City star, and one of Algeria’s all‑time leading attackers,
Several key members of the Algeria national team expressed frustration with officiating after their 2–0 quarter‑final loss to Nigeria at the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 in Marrakech, saying that a clear penalty was missed and that refereeing decisions influenced the match’s flow. Mahrez: ‘I Hate Talking About Refereeing After a Defeat’ Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez,
By Rasheed Adewuyi, New York Super Eagles and Galatasaray forward Victor Osimhen has reaffirmed his deep respect for late Nigerian football legend Rashidi Yekini, describing him as Nigeria’s greatest striker of all time, regardless of individual records or comparisons. Speaking to journalists following Nigeria’s 2–0 quarterfinal victory over Algeria on Saturday in Marrakech, Osimhen made
By Rasheed Adewuyi, New York Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has attributed Nigeria’s strong run at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 to increased training time, squad cohesion, and the growing understanding of his tactical project. Speaking after Nigeria’s 2–0 quarterfinal win over Algeria on Saturday in Marrakech, Chelle emphasized that the foundation
By Rasheed Adewuyi, New York Former Nigeria international Taiwo Oloyede has called on the Super Eagles to maintain their momentum and avoid complacency as they prepare to face hosts Morocco in the semi-final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday. The Super Eagles advanced to the last four after a commanding 2–0 victory
Nigeria’s Super Eagles delivered a commanding performance to defeat Algeria 2–0 in their Africa Cup of Nations 2025 quarterfinal* clash at the Grand Stade de Marrakesh on Saturday, January 10, 2026, booking a place in the semifinals against hosts Morocco. The victory underscored Nigeria’s unbeaten run and title ambitions in the tournament. The first half
By Paul Lucky Okoku A controlled knockout performance defined by tempo, trust, and structure—dominant in execution, but properly measured in context “In tournament football, authority is revealed not in moments of excitement, but in long stretches where the opponent is denied belief.” Match Context This Round of 16 tie at the Africa Cup of
Senegal head coach Pape Bouna Thiaw heaped praise on his players’ resilience and tactical discipline after they secured a 1–0 victory over Mali to reach the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 semifinals in Tangier on Friday. The Lions of Teranga booked their spot in the last four with a hard‑earned win that highlighted both patience
Morocco booked their place in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 semifinals with a convincing 2–0 victory over Cameroon in their quarter‑final clash at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on *Friday, January 9, 2026. The host nation controlled much of the contest against the five‑time African champions, taking the lead in the 26th
Senegal booked their place in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 semifinals with a narrow 1–0 victory over Mali in their quarter‑final clash at the Grande Stade de Tanger on Friday, January 9, 2026. Iliman Ndiaye’s first‑half goal proved decisive as the Lions of Teranga edged past a resilient but undermanned Malian side. The only